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Research carried out across 18 European countries takes a closer look at pro-Russian support on the continent.
In a geopolitical landscape that is more and more fragmented, the European Capitals of Culture initiative and its evolving role in fostering diplomacy and unity are up for debate.
East Germans are not the only former members of the Soviet bloc who are moving closer to Putin’s position on the Ukraine war.
There is a long and complicated story behind the polarisation of Slovakian politics.
The shooting of Robert Fico was ‘politically motivated,’ authorities say.
Russia is already capitalising on the situation, while government ministers are blaming the media for spreading ‘hate’.
The prime minister remains in hospital after being shot at close range.
The Russian leader spoke to about 600 journalists and took questions from the public.
Slovakia has steadfastly supported Ukraine in the war, but there are signs this may change after the election.
Despite hopes of a second referendum on independence being dashed, many Scottish nationalists look to Slovakia as an example of how a small nation can stand on its own.
Former Soviet bloc nations have reason to worry about an embargo on Russian oil, but Europeans are finally recognizing the true costs of their longstanding energy dependence on Russia.
Long before COVID-19, central banks were lining their stores for winter.
Even the ruling party wants change – but Prime Minister Peter Pellegrini is unlikely to be able to deliver it on his own.
The president, who called the European Union a ‘foe’ following a series of meetings in Europe, may not realize just how much Americans have gained from their relationship with Europe.
The story began when police discovered the bodies of Slovak journalist Ján Kuciak and his fiancé – both had been shot dead.
Comments sections may be scary places for reporters but, as the experience of one Slovak daily shows, when journalists engage with readers, it makes for better news.
Taking a hard line on hard Brexit has cost Britain goodwill just as it needs allies.
State-registered religions will now have to have 50,000 followers with permanent residency, making Islam unlikely to be approved.
Mimicking fascists doesn’t help you win votes; it helps the fascists win votes.
The Czech police were condemned for writing numbers on refugees’ arms – but Central Europe’s problem with outsiders goes much deeper.



















